Sound Publishing vice president Josh O'Connor has been named The Daily Herald's new publisher, starting May 1.

"I
enjoy the challenging dynamics of building successful community
publications," said O'Connor, who lives in Issaquah. "I am committed to
delivering relevant, local news that directly affects the lives of those
who raise families and work in the communities that Sound serves,
including Everett."

The transition follows The Daily Herald Co.'s acquisition in March by Canada's Black Press, which operates as Sound Publishing Inc. in Washington. The sale was announced Feb. 6 and closed March 4.